Deltina Dam
Key Takeaway
Deltina Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01854 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
O'kelly, Joe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deltina Dam?
Deltina Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Deltina Dam?
Deltina Dam is owned by O'kelly, Joe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deltina Dam built?
Deltina Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Deltina Dam?
Deltina Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deltina Dam?
Deltina Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Deltina Dam last inspected?
Deltina Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.